1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 39 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
Model | 1000 | Mangusta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 97 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89.9 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |