1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1969 Abarth 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 865 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000.
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:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Abarth | Riley |
| Model | 2000 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2860 mm |
