1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2525 mm |
