1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 16 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 458 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 750 | Alfetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |