1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 910 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 119 L |
