1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 700 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |