1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 27 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Abarth | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1300 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
