1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
