1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 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), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 995 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Abarth | Avanti |
Model | 750 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |