1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1965 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 297 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
