1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 53 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1661 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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2013 GMC Savana 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. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 700 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
