1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 946 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 750 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
