1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1960 Abarth 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
Model | 850 | 100 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |