1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1986 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 28 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 310 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, 1986 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 750 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
