1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1988 Eagle Summit is newer by 28 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 442 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit, 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, 1988 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1988 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Abarth | Eagle |
| Model | 750 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
