1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 1959 Fiat 2100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 2100 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 2100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 2100 weights approximately 349 kg more than 1957 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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 750 | 2100 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2052 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 934 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |