1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 330 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, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2420 mm |
