1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 830 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
Model | 700 | GTO |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 69 L |