1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1970 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 9 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1970 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | 700 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| 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 | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
