1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1987 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1987 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fiesta (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Ford Fiesta (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1987 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 600 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |