1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 1096 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 750 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
