1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 1600 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
