1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 316 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2280 mm |
