1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |
