1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1992 BMW 316
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 25 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 316 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1992 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
