1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 43 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Mint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Mint weights approximately 276 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1962 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 1962 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Mint, 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, 2005 Tata Mint (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Mint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 2005 Tata Mint | |
Make | Abarth | Tata |
Model | 700 | Mint |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |