1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 53 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1388 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750. 2011 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 750 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
