1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 53 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 1060 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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 197 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 | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
