1962 Abarth 1300 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1962 Abarth 1300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 1300. (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy weights approximately 90 kg more than 1962 Abarth 1300. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 1300 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1300 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2330 mm |
