1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1959 Alpine A 106
To start off, both 1959 Abarth 2200 and 1959 Alpine A 106 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 83 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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 | 1959 Alpine A 106 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpine |
Model | 2200 | A 106 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2160 cc | 904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |