1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1967 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1967 Ferrari Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 470 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.
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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1967 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | Dino |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |