1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 48 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 2138 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Abarth 700 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
Model | 700 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |