1970 Abarth 595 vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Abarth | Noble |
| Model | 595 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
