1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2000 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 35 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1430 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.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 595. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 2000 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Abarth | Bugatti |
| Model | 595 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 630 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
