1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Ford Flex

To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 1398 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2010 Ford Flex 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. 2010 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Abarth 1300 2010 Ford Flex
Make Abarth Ford
Model 1300 Flex
Year Released 1967 2010
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1278 cc 3500 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 2028 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 5126 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1727 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2995 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 70 L


 

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