1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 34 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 900 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
