1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
