1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 961 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
