1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 18 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 710 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
