1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Porsche 356 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 356 (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Porsche 356 weights approximately 220 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 | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 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 | 560 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
