1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 23 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1040 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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2200 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 97 L |
