1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 680 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | Mythos |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |