1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 15 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
