1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1991 Alpine V6
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 32 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 765 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1991 Alpine V6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 500 | V6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
