1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1970 Abarth 1300
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 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 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 60 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1970 Abarth 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 850 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2100 mm |
