1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 909 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 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1600 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2748 mm |
