1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 310 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 750 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
