1964 Abarth 595 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 595 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
