1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 49 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 840 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
