1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1966 Austin A 90
To start off, 1966 Austin A 90 is newer by 10 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1035 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1966 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 750 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 34 L |
