1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1977 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1977 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 18 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
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, 1977 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1977 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 850 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 56 L |
