1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 12 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
