1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 43 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 410 kg more 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, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 1300 | iOn |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |