1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | Disco Volante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
