1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Fiat 133
To start off, 1977 Fiat 133 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 133 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2030 mm |
