1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1961 Abarth 700
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 700 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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, 1961 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1961 Abarth 700 | |
Make | Abarth | Abarth |
Model | 500 | 700 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
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 | 445 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |