1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 MCC ForTwo (40 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 285 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 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Abarth | MCC |
| Model | 500 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
