1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 1600 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
