1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 45 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1145 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, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
