1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1970 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi 2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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 500 | 1970 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Monteverdi |
| Model | 500 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |
