1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1965 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | 595 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 74 L |
