1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 51 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP) has 1084 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 931 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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1398 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Zenvo |
| Model | 500 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 1104 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 445 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3055 mm |
