1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 465 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 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
