1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 46 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
| Model | 700 | M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
