1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Abarth 208
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 208 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 208. (65 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Abarth 208 weights approximately 240 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 | 1955 Abarth 208 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 1300 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 27 L |
