1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1977 AMC Matador
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 21 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 1326 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 1977 AMC Matador 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. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1977 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | 750 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 92 L |
