1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 660 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 700 | Laser |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |