1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 9 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 250 kg more than 1958 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 750 | GTA |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |