1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 46 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Caterham Superlight R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Abarth 750 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | Abarth | Caterham |
| Model | 750 | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
