1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Buick Centurion

To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 17 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1535 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 750 1974 Buick Centurion
Make Abarth Buick
Model 750 Centurion
Year Released 1957 1974
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 7468 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 226 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3160 mm


 

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