1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1967 Porsche 904 is newer by 11 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 1,965 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 904 weights approximately 114 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
