1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 480 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
