1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1970 Toyota 2000GT 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 2,160 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 70 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 2200 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
