1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 43 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 515 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, 2000 Kia Shuma, 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
