1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1975 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 445 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, 1975 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
