1961 Abarth 1300 vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1961 Abarth 1300 | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |
