1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 803 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 496 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 936 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotec |
| Model | 750 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
