1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 51 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 665 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Tesla |
| Model | 700 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2352 mm |
