1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1970 Buick GS
To start off, 1970 Buick GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1970 Buick GS | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 2200 | GS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
