1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 30 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 395 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 750 | Applause |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |