1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 982 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Abarth | Maserati |
Model | 600 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |