1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1993 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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, 1993 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1993 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 1000 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |