1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1434 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 700 | KB |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
