1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 806 is newer by 38 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 875 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, 1998 Peugeot 806, 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, 1998 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 700 | 806 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |