1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 265 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 Ford Laser, 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 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
