1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1962 DAF 750 is newer by 6 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF 750 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 1962 DAF 750 (57 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1962 DAF 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 750 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
