1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 1995 Rover MGF is newer by 35 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover MGF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover MGF (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover MGF should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 989 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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 750 | MGF |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
