1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 55 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 647 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Tesla |
| Model | 600 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2352 mm |
