1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 26 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 485 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.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |
