1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2613 mm |
