1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 27 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1360 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 1300 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5340 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 105 L |