1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 860 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, 2004 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
