1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 32 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 535 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 1991 Ford Fairlane 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. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2200 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2930 mm |
