1955 Abarth Coupe vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four

To start off, both 1955 Abarth Coupe and 1955 Daimler One-O-Four were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Coupe. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 980 kg more than 1955 Abarth Coupe. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Abarth Coupe 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
Make Abarth Daimler
Model Coupe One-O-Four
Year Released 1955 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 3468 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 108 mm
Top Speed 200 km/hour 161 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Height 950 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2900 mm


 

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