1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 52 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 850 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 104 L |
