1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1977 Rover 2600 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 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 718 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 Rover 2600 (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Rover 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1977 Rover 2600 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. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | 1300 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2596 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |