1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Fiat 127
To start off, 1973 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 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 79 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 127 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 903 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
