1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 795 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
