1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB weights approximately 157 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 1300 | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
