1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ginetta |
| Model | 750 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
