1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 509 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 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
