1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 700 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |