1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 680 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 293 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2740 mm |
