1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 1165 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 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Abarth | Saturn |
| Model | 850 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |
