1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 30 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 470 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 700 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1040 kg |
