1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 655 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |
