1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1600. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1600. 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. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1600 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 110 L |
