1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1960 Ford Popular is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Popular weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2220 mm |
