1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 38 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 408 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, 1999 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Parati (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1999 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
