1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1966 Alvis TF
To start off, 1966 Alvis TF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1962 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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1966 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Abarth | Alvis |
| Model | 700 | TF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
