1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 290 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.
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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 1300 | Lancia 037 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2450 mm |
