1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 37 L |