1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 20 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP) has 319 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 715 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 339 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
