1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1405 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, 2006 Kia Sorento, 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
