1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 26 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 500 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, 1994 Ford Tempo, 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2540 mm |
