1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 8 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 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 517 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 600 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 53.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
