1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | GTA |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 46 L |
