1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1190 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2920 mm |
