1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1959 Abarth 1600
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 3 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 390 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1959 Abarth 1600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 750 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
