1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1977 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 720 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3299 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
