1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Holden UTE
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 830 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 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2950 mm |
