1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 645 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Tesla |
| Model | 750 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2352 mm |
