1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 AMC Hornet
To start off, 1969 AMC Hornet is newer by 2 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 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 719 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1969 AMC Hornet | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | 1300 | Hornet |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4983 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
