1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 Abarth 2000
To start off, both 1969 Abarth 1300 and 1969 Abarth 2000 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Abarth 2000 weights approximately 34 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 | 1969 Abarth 2000 | |
Make | Abarth | Abarth |
Model | 1300 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2090 mm |