1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 27 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 970 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, 1995 Infiniti J30, 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
Model | 1300 | J30 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 72 L |