1956 Abarth Renault vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth Renault (109 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1956 Abarth Renault.
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:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Renault | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |
