Italy vs Italy — 1979 vs 1966
| 131 Rally Stradale | 2000 SP Sport Prototipo | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 140 hp | 220 hp |
| Torque | 137 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,995 cc | 1,946 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 8.5 sec | 5.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 117 mph | 162 mph |
| Weight | 2,381 lbs | 1,235 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,200 mm |
| Length | 4,340 mm | 3,650 mm |
| Units Produced | 400 | 50 |
| Original MSRP | $14,000 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $120,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 10/10 |
The 1966 Abarth 2000 SP Sport Prototipo emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 1979 Abarth 131 Rally Stradale counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Within the Abarth stable, the 1979 Abarth 131 Rally Stradale and 1966 Abarth 2000 SP Sport Prototipo represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Abarth badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 1966 Abarth 2000 SP Sport Prototipo holds a clear advantage in raw power with 220 hp compared to 140 hp, a 80-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1966 Abarth 2000 SP Sport Prototipo edges ahead at 5.5 seconds versus 8.5 seconds. The Abarth 2000 SP carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1146 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 50 units built, the 1966 Abarth 2000 SP Sport Prototipo is considerably scarcer than the Abarth 131 Rally's 400 examples. On the collector market, the 1966 Abarth 2000 SP Sport Prototipo commands a significant premium over the 1979 Abarth 131 Rally Stradale, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.