1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 28 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1800 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Abarth | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1300 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 6749 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 108 L |
