1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 23 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 774 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2513 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
