1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 48 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 970 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 996 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 315 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |