1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1965 Fiat 2300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
