1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
