1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1420 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
