1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 36 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza (94 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 710 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.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1995 Daihatsu Feroza | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 500 | Feroza |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |