1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1958 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Triumph TR3 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1958 Triumph TR3.
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 | 1958 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1600 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
