1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 834 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.
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, 1990 Ford Taurus, 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 850 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |