1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 41 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 981 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 740 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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1300 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Zenvo |
| Model | 1300 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3055 mm |
