1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 45 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1775 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 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 700 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3650 mm |
