1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 46 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 4,244 cc, 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 1000 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2005 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 1000 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
