1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 294 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700.
Because 1963 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 700 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
