1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 25 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 326 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.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
