1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1992 BMW 320
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1992 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |