1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1953 Fiat 500
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1953 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 680 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
