1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1030 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5766 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2910 mm |
