1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 43 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 433 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2490 mm |
