1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Abarth 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Porsche 356 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
