1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 36 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 700 | 145 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |