1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 41 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
