1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E is newer by 40 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 835 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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1998 Tata E | |
Make | Abarth | Tata |
Model | 750 | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |