1955 Abarth 210 vs. 1959 Abarth 2200
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 210. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 210 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 210. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 210. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1955 Abarth 210. 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:
| 1955 Abarth 210 | 1959 Abarth 2200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 210 | 2200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 196 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 | 410 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 940 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
