1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 18 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 386 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
