1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 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 64 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2500 mm |
