1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2004 Opel Trixx
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx is newer by 45 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Trixx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Opel Trixx. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Trixx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Trixx weights approximately 280 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, 2004 Opel Trixx, 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, 2004 Opel Trixx (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Trixx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2004 Opel Trixx | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Trixx |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 30 L |
