1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 37 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1015 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 1998 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
