1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 28 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 1996 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2560 mm |
