1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 39 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 420 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, 1999 Ford Puma, 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, 1999 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1999 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |
