1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 29 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 320 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 700 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
