1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1145 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.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 850 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |