1960 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4-68 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Abarth | Riley |
| Model | 1300 | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
