1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 45 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1350 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
