1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 34 L |
