1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 260 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. 1985 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 2200 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
