1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 239 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
