1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1960 Abarth 1600
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1600 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 850 | 1960 Abarth 1600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 850 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 27 L |
