1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
