1961 Abarth 1300 vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1967 Ford 12 M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 222 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1300.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1300 | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 125 L |
