1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1967 Austin 1300
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 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 65 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 1300 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1967 Austin 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 36 L |
