1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1960 Abarth 850
To start off, 1960 Abarth 850 is newer by 4 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 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 850 weights approximately 35 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, 1960 Abarth 850 (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1960 Abarth 850 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 750 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
