1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 50 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 665 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, 2010 Dacia Duster, 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Abarth | Dacia |
Model | 750 | Duster |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2673 mm |