1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 43 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 495 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Abarth | Koenigsegg |
Model | 1000 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 389 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 | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2659 mm |