1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 29 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 746 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.
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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 850 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |