1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 700 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
