1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1966 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1966 Alpine A 110 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alpine A 110 (95 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1966 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 500 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 193 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 | 445 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
