1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1996 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 35 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 14 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1961 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1996 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67.4 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
