1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
