1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 13 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 (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe weights approximately 185 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 52.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |
