1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 50 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1335 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 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 700 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
