1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | AR 51 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2210 mm |
