1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 BMW 120

To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 664 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 1000 2008 BMW 120
Make Abarth BMW
Model 1000 120
Year Released 1959 2008
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 200 km/hour 218 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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