1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 560 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 Lancia Flavia (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
