1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 561 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
