1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2001 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 41 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 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
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, 2001 MCC ForTwo (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 2001 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Abarth | MCC |
Model | 850 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |