1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 994 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, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | 1300 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 74 L |
