1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1969 Ford GT 40 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 376 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 GT 40 (85 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1969 Ford GT 40 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 GT 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 125 L |
