1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 750 | 124 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 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 | 535 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |