1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 30 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1255 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.
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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 500 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
