1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 47 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP) has 379 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 1055 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 500 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 399 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |