1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 8 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 935 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 700 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |