1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2.5 weights approximately 497 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
