1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1964 Triumph TR4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Abarth | Triumph |
Model | 750 | TR4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |