1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 54 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 1055 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Abarth 1000 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |