1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Alpina B5
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 2006 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 600 | B5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |