1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 15 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 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 759 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 850 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 249 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
