1955 Abarth 210 vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 210. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 210 would be higher. At 633 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth 210 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth 210 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth 210 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Abarth 210.
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 210 | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 210 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 940 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
