1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 860 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 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1300 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2850 mm |
