1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 BMW 316
To start off, 2001 BMW 316 is newer by 33 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 BMW 316. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 316 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 2001 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2001 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
