1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 12 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 410 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2260 mm |
