1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1970 Buick Centurion is newer by 14 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 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1510 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1970 Buick Centurion | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 750 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 498 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3160 mm |