1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 36 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 980 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Abarth | Holden |
Model | 700 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |