1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 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, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 750 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
