1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 43 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2004 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Abarth | Bugatti |
| Model | 600 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
