1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 880 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.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 1000 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |