1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 8 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 450 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |
