1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 500 | Alfasud |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 61 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |