1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 38 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Echo (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 357 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.
Because 1962 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Echo (122 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
