1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1547 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 700 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 93 L |
