1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 48 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 835 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 850 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
