1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 14 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 645 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1981 Ford Granada 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. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2294 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2780 mm |
