1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1959 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1962 Abarth 2400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1959 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2400 | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1510 mm |
