1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 35 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 845 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | RZ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
