1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 490 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (176 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
