1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1965 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, both 1965 Abarth 1300 and 1965 Plymouth Valiant were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Plymouth Valiant.
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 | 1965 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |