1964 Abarth 1000 GT vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, both 1964 Abarth 1000 GT and 1964 Rover P5 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 1000 GT. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 1000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1964 Abarth 1000 GT. 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:
| 1964 Abarth 1000 GT | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1000 GT | P5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2820 mm |
