1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 12 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 478 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 850 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
