1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 37 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 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 80 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2200 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
