1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 51 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 720 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 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
