1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 29 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Laser weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
