1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 39 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 500 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 700 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
