1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 13 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1360 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 595 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 120 L |
