1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 36 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 540 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
