1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 700 | 131 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |