1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2280 mm |
