1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 21 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 724 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1300 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
