1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 635 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 56 L |
