1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 511 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. 1992 Infiniti J30 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 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
| Model | 2200 | J30 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
