1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 583 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 1710 mm |
