1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Panda, 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, 1986 Fiat Panda (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
