1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 34 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 810 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 850 | RZ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
