1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 50 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 370 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 1961 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
