1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 131 (75 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1958 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 131 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 500 | 131 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |