1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Triumph TR6 is newer by 11 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1600 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2240 mm |
