1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 48 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500.
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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97.8 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 Length | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 49 L |
