1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1996 ZAZ Wagon 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 ZAZ Wagon weights approximately 210 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, 1996 ZAZ Wagon, 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, 1996 ZAZ Wagon (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 ZAZ Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Abarth | ZAZ |
| Model | 750 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
