1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero weights approximately 540 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 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | Abarth | Morgan |
Model | 700 | Aero |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |