1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 16 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 460 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 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 | 560 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |
