1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 790 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 67 L |