1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1990 Venturi Coupe is newer by 30 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 695 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 | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Venturi |
| Model | 700 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 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 | 560 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
