1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 720 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 Plymouth Breeze, 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 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Breeze |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 79 L |