1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1065 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
