1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1993 Alpina B6
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 600 | 1993 Alpina B6 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 600 | B6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 2752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |