1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Berline |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
