1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 36 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 680 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ascari |
| Model | 1300 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2636 mm |
