1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 44 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1110 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 750 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
