1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 42 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 790 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 700 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
