1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1500 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
