1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 41 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), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 726 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2008 BMW 120 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. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
