1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1000 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 1973 Avanti Avanti 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. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Abarth 750 1973 Avanti Avanti
Make Abarth Avanti
Model 750 Avanti
Year Released 1956 1973
Engine Size 747 cc 6570 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 442 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 584 kg 1584 kg
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2780 mm


 

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