1955 Abarth 210 vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Porsche 930 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 210. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 210 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 210. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 210. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 890 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 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 210 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 940 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2510 mm |
