1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 24 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 725 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 1989 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
