1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 690 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 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2940 mm |
