1955 Abarth 210 vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1955 Abarth 210 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 210. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 210. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1955 Abarth 210. 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:
| 1955 Abarth 210 | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 210 | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 940 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2170 mm |
