1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 49 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 925 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 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
