1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 396 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
