1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 42 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), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 860 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2280 mm |
