1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Kia Visto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Visto weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 2004 Kia Visto, 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, 2004 Kia Visto (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2004 Kia Visto | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 700 | Visto |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |