1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 47 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 500 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 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 750 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
