1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe 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 Probe | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
