1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 41 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Tesla |
| Model | 1300 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2352 mm |
