1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 1970 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 1970 Ford Escort 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. 1970 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2400 mm |
