1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
