1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 944 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 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2011 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Abarth 850 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 850 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |