1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1596 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 700 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3280 mm |
