1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1967 Alpine A
To start off, 1967 Alpine A is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alpine A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alpine A (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alpine A weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1967 Alpine A | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 700 | A |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
