1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 370 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, 2011 Opel Agila, 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, 2011 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
