1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 737 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
