1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP) has 281 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1958 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 500 | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 445 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
