1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 36 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 690 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155, 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
