1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 35 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 1285 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1968 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1968 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1300 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 98 L |
