1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 511 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1600 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 221 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2570 mm |
