1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1982 Fiat Abarth is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Abarth weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Abarth | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Abarth | 1200 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |