1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 705 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 | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 700 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
