1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 294 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 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Morgan |
| Model | 1300 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2500 mm |
