1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 36 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 445 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 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
