1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 34 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 934 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2800 mm |
