1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 680 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
