1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Alpina B 12
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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, 1999 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Alpina B 12 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 1000 | B 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| 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 | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
