1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 48 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 736 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 610 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Abarth | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 850 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
