1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 37 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 536 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2550 mm |
