1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 26 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 980 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1993 Ford Fairlane 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. 1993 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2930 mm |
