1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 41 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 620 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 750 | 146 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |