1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 24 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 646 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.
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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2630 mm |