1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC is newer by 33 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saturn SC weights approximately 475 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, 1996 Saturn SC, 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, 1996 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700. 1996 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Abarth | Saturn |
| Model | 700 | SC |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
