1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 32 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1961 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1993 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
