1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante
To start off, 1960 Abarth 600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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 600 | 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | Disco Volante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| 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 | 585 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
