1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2003 Alpina Roadster
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2003 Alpina Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 850 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
