1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 21 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 923 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| 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 | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
