1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 43 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 550 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 850 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |