1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 760 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 595 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 595 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
