1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 504 is newer by 40 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), 1996 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 504 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 610 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1996 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 750 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2750 mm |
