1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 6 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 655 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
