1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 1300 | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 28 L |
