1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Proton |
| Model | 850 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
