1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1964 Alpine A
To start off, both 1964 Abarth 595 and 1964 Alpine A were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alpine A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alpine A (59 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alpine A weights approximately 101 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1964 Alpine A | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 595 | A |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 474 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
