1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 500 | 124 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 33 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 140 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 | 468 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |