1961 Abarth 1300 vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 26 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 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 430 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 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 49 L |
