1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 46 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1605 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 95 L |
