1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1993 Alpina B6
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 595 | 1993 Alpina B6 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 595 | B6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |