1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 48 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 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1075 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
