1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1998 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
