1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1971 Fiat Dino 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 830 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 850 | Dino |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |