1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 31 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 2105 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Abarth | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1300 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 100 L |
