1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 750 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 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 850 | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |