1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2002 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 43 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 470 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, 2002 Ford Fusion, 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, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2002 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 1000 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |