1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 927 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |
