1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 1036 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 1300 | TE-50 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |