1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 817 kg more than 1956 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Abarth | Scion |
| Model | 750 | tC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2700 mm |
