1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 710 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 750 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
