1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 18 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 665 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
