1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1966 Abarth 595 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1100 (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 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 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 595 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
