1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1968 Toyota Corona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
