1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 39 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 876 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, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
