1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Metro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 39 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1998 Chevrolet Metro | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 850 | Metro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |