1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 37 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 160 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, 2005 Peugeot 107, 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 1300 | 107 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |