1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1981 Triumph TR7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Triumph TR7 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
