1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 975 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 850 | X1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |