1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 24 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 500 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum 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. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1991 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2560 mm |
