1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1978 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Strada weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (131 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 55.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
