1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 49 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 1150 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Abarth | Maserati |
Model | 850 | Spyder |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 285 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 | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 88 L |