1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1954 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 Abarth 700 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 500 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1954 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 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 | 576 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
