1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 53 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1830 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. 2012 GMC Yukon 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1600 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3302 mm |
