1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 655 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.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 500 | GTV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
