1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 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 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 512 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2640 mm |
