1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1960 Abarth 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 915 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 750 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
