1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 48 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1585 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 1600 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
