1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 600 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 | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
