1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 41 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Rio weights approximately 355 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, 2000 Kia Rio, 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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 850 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
