1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 37 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 126 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
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 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
