1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 32 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 440 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, 1997 Ford Puma, 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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 700 | Puma |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 42 L |