1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1968 Abarth 1300
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1968 Abarth 1300 | |
Make | Abarth | Abarth |
Model | Coupe | 1300 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 1280 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 29 L |