1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 695 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.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | 750 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
