1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 51 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750.
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, 2008 Kia Sedona, 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2008 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
