1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
