1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |
