1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 44 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 2200 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
