1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1969 Holden Brougham is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 925 kg more than 1961 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 750 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
