1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 720 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.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2750 mm |
