1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 42 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 809 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 2004 BMW 120 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | 120 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |