1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Alpine V6
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1990 Alpine V6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 750 | V6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 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 | 535 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
