1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1095 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.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2001 Porsche 911 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. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
