1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
