1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 770 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 Peugeot 504 (161 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 750 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2910 mm |
