1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 15 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1310 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, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville 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. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 1300 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5763 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
