1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1545 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
