1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 54 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 710 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | 750 | Equator |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |