1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 21 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 360 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
