1953 Abarth 103 GT vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Abarth 103 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Abarth 103 GT would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Abarth 103 GT | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 103 GT | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
