1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Land Rover 88 (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 700 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
