1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 822 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.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
