1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1981 Porsche 936
To start off, 1981 Porsche 936 is newer by 24 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 2,650 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 936 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 936 (632 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 592 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 936 weights approximately 190 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1981 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 936 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 632 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 775 kg |
