1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1342 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2696 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
