1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 29 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
