1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 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 165 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 606 kg more than 1963 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2416 mm |
