1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 738 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 447 Nm |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2580 mm |
