1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 13 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 1547 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
