1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
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, 2009 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 83 L |
