1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159

To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 51 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1115 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.

Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 750 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
Make Abarth Alfa Romeo
Model 750 159
Year Released 1959 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 155 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 70 L


 

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