1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Record |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
