1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 48 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 | GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 406 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
