1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 15 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
