1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 14 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
