1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 47 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 1300. (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
