1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 25 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1225 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 600 | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 113 L |