1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 35 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 835 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |
