1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Laser weights approximately 435 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, 1994 Ford Laser, 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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850. 1994 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
