1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 8 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 781 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
