1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 Tata B-Line
To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line is newer by 49 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata B-Line is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata B-Line (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata B-Line should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700.
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, 2009 Tata B-Line, 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, 2009 Tata B-Line (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata B-Line will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2009 Tata B-Line | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 700 | B-Line |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |
