1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 9 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 485 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1976 Ford Taunus 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. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2590 mm |
