1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1958 Abarth 750

To start off, 1962 Abarth 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 980 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 600 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Abarth 600 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Abarth 600 1958 Abarth 750
Make Abarth Abarth
Model 600 750
Year Released 1962 1958
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 980 cc 747 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 92 Nm 69 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 583 kg 540 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1360 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2010 mm


 

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