1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 18 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 214 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 1300 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 47 L |
