1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 29 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 250 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 1988 Pontiac 6000 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. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 2200 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
