1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mexico is newer by 6 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 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 867 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, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 600 | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 4135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
