1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140

To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 38 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 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP) has 352 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 841 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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 500 1995 Lamborghini P140
Make Abarth Lamborghini
Model 500 P140
Year Released 1957 1995
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 478 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 20 HP 372 HP
Torque 32 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Top Speed 145 km/hour 299 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 445 kg 1286 kg
Vehicle Length 2980 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1230 mm


 

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