1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Laser weights approximately 162 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, 1985 Ford Laser, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
