1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 30 L |
