1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Noble M12 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 2000 Noble M12 | |
Make | Abarth | Noble |
Model | Coupe | M12 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
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 | 590 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |