1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1600 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1960 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:
| 1960 Abarth 1600 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
