1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
