1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1992 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 780 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1992 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 2200 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
