1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 17 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 120 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 | 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
