1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 2200 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
