1963 Abarth 750 vs. 1960 Abarth 1000
To start off, 1963 Abarth 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1963 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 750 | 1960 Abarth 1000 | |
Make | Abarth | Abarth |
Model | 750 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |