1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 Subaru DL
To start off, 1982 Subaru DL 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Subaru DL weights approximately 150 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 DL, 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 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1982 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1300 | DL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
