1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 50 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 1170 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 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Abarth | Acura |
| Model | 600 | TL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
