1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, both 1961 Abarth 750 and 1961 BMW Isetta were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 750 (43 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1961 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 750 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
