1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,100 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Opel GT (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 700 | GT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
