1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1644 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 1957 Abarth 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2012 GMC Acadia 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. 2012 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 83 L |
