1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 942 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.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 700 | Escape |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 257 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |