1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1961 Austin 7 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin 7 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 750 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
