1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1969 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 530 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 | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
