1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1959 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1959 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2600 | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1510 mm |
