1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
