1964 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 543 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
