1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1982 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 280 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, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 850 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
