1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 460 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 1300 | Prizm |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2470 mm |