1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 26 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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 | 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2200 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
