1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 1600 | 133 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |