1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1961 Abarth 750
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1961 Abarth 750 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 1300 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 747 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 27 L |
