1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2121 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 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 117 L |
