1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1957 Abarth 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Triumph TR3 (94 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Triumph TR3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1955 Triumph TR3 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 500 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 29 L |
