1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Abarth | GMC |
Model | 850 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |