1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 41 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 1015 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, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | 700 | 75 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |