1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1956 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1956 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1956 BMW Isetta. 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:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1956 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1510 mm |
