1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1300 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2639 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |
