1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 32 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 528 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.
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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
