1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 27 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2020 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.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1000 | LM |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 169 L |
