1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1969 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (191 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2270 mm |
