1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 861 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 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 600 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 92 L |