1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 56 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1918 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 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
