1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 54 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1675 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 850 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2895 mm |