1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Abarth 1500 (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Abarth 1500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1500 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
