1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 40 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 825 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 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1500 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 300 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 | 870 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
