1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1977 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 937 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
