1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 55 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 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 1325 kg more 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 500 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1343 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 86 L |
