1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 42 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 790 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 188 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 | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
