1960 Abarth 2200 vs. 1959 Abarth 1600
To start off, 1960 Abarth 2200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,160 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 2200 (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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:
| 1960 Abarth 2200 | 1959 Abarth 1600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 2200 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
