1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 515 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
