1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1981 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 22 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
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 | 1981 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 2200 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
