1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 1956 Abarth 750 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1945 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1945 Austin 16 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 750 | 16 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |