1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 37 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 930 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 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 700 | 993 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |