1964 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1964 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 1300 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 46 L |
