1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 13 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 295 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
