1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 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, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 750 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |