1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,160 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 247 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 | 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2200 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
