1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Abarth | Tatra |
| Model | 500 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3140 mm |
