1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 40 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 74.9 mm |
| 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 Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 114 L |
