1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 595 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 1964 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6, 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, 1994 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Xedos |
| Model | 595 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
