1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 1978 Lancia Megagamma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Megagamma weights approximately 470 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma, 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, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 59 L |
