1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 42 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 1010 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
