1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1057 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |
