1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 39 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 947 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
