1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 54 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 760 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
