1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-350 weights approximately 396 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 2010 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 850 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 115 L |