1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 690 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 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
