1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 783 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
