1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1986 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1986 Dodge Daytona is newer by 27 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 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1986 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 2200 | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
