1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1160 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 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
