1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 31 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
