1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 32 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1250 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 850 | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
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 | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 113 L |