1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 154 kg more than 1969 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | GTA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |
