1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 39 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 520 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 700 | Prizm |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |