1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 990 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 132 L |
