1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1962 Ferrari 156
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 156.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1962 Ferrari 156 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 119 L |
