1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Abarth | Riley |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
