1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 1958 Fiat 1200 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 700 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 69 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |