1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 39 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1300 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 74 L |
