1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1982 Subaru Coupe is newer by 14 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 285 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, 1982 Subaru Coupe, 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1300 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2470 mm |
