1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
