1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 39 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 805 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 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 700 | 996 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |