1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1978 Fiat 127
To start off, 1978 Fiat 127 is newer by 22 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 127 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Fiat 127 (64 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1978 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2230 mm |
