1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 19 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 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1115 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |
