1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1992 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1992 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 33 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 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1992 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 850 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
