1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 126 weights approximately 15 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, 1961 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 700 | 126 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |