1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2170 mm |
