1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2002 Pagani Zonda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 506 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 665 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Abarth | Pagani |
| Model | 600 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 750 Nm |
| 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 | 585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
