1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 40 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 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
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, 2000 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Abarth | MCC |
| Model | 1000 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1810 mm |
