1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Fiat 131 (124 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1974 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 1974 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
