1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1970 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (67 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 595. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 595 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
Model | 595 | Serie II |
Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |