1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1967 MG 1100
To start off, 1967 MG 1100 is newer by 8 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 MG 1100. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG 1100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 MG 1100, 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, 1967 MG 1100 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1967 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 850 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
