1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2002 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2002 Saturn Sky 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn Sky weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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, 2002 Saturn Sky (259 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 2002 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2002 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Abarth | Saturn |
| Model | 1000 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
