1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1185 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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2004 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 750 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
