1960 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 53 L |
