1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 44 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1354 kg more 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1300 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 91 L |
