1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 910 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 750 | 965 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2270 mm |