1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
