1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 585 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | Touring |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |