1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 52.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2360 mm |
