1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 44 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1135 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 1961 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 600 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |