1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 32 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 150 kg more 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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2350 mm |
