1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
