1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE 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 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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 Holden UTE (427 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 1973 Holden UTE 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 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 750 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
