1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1961 Abarth 2400
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 5 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 472 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1961 Abarth 2400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 750 | 2400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
