1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1972 Rover P5B is newer by 5 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 950 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1972 Rover P5B 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. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3528 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2820 mm |
