1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 43 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1289 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 750 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
