1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 293 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 953 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (434 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
