1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 50 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
