1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,965 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 904 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1969 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
