1966 Abarth 595 vs. 2006 Alpina Roadster
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 925 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 2006 Alpina Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 595 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
