1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1966 Pontiac GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 930 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 595 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2930 mm |
