1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Fiat 128

To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 5 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Abarth 1300 1973 Fiat 128
Make Abarth Fiat
Model 1300 128
Year Released 1968 1973
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1280 cc 1116 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 55.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 50 L


 

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