1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Talbot Sport weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | 1300 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
