1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
