1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 795 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 750 | Spider |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |