1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2000 Acura NSX
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP) has 460 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 1130 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2000 Acura NSX | |
| Make | Abarth | Acura |
| Model | 500 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 480 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
