1955 Abarth 207 vs. 1959 Abarth 1000
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 207 would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 207. (78 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Abarth 207 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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:
| 1955 Abarth 207 | 1959 Abarth 1000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 207 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
