1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 27 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 280 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, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 700 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
