1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 750 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
