1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 815 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.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
