1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
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, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 850 | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |