1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1300 | 2-Litre |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
