1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 51 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 670 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 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 | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
