1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 12 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1135 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | 700 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
