1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 44 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 685 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 1966 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
