1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1949 Buick 40
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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 2200 | 1949 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 2200 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
