1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 44 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 745 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 160 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, 2005 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Abarth | MCC |
Model | 700 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |