1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 AC 427
To start off, 1965 AC 427 is newer by 9 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 862 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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1965 AC 427 | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 750 | 427 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 81 L |
