Italy vs Italy — 1966 vs 1968
| 1000 SP Sport Prototipo | 2000 Sport Spider SE010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 105 hp | 220 hp |
| Torque | 72 lb-ft | 166 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1,946 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5 sec | 6.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 137 mph | 152 mph |
| Weight | 1,058 lbs | 1,279 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,020 mm | 2,150 mm |
| Length | 3,500 mm | 3,700 mm |
| Units Produced | — | 35 |
| Value (Excellent) | $800,000 | $1,200,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1966 Abarth 1000 SP Sport Prototipo brings lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 1968 Abarth 2000 Sport Spider SE010 answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Abarth has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1966 Abarth 1000 SP Sport Prototipo with the 1968 Abarth 2000 Sport Spider SE010 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1968 Abarth 2000 Sport Spider SE010 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 220 hp compared to 105 hp, a 115-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Abarth 1000 SP uses a Inline-4 OHV displacing 982 cc, while the Abarth 2000 Sport Spider relies on a Inline-4 DOHC with 1,946 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Abarth 2000 Sport Spider SE010 edges ahead at 6.2 seconds versus 6.5 seconds. The Abarth 1000 SP carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 221 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.