1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 755 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 996 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |