1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
