1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1065 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 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |
