1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 490 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, 2009 BMW 130 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1600 | 130 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |