1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1964 Abarth 595 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 420 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 595 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 37 L |
