1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 945 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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, 2011 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700. 2011 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1966 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1966 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
