1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 955 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 928 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |