1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1356 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 1300 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 105 L |