1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 700 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
