1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 905 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 1956 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
