1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1972 Lancia 2000 is newer by 2 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lancia 2000 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2490 mm |
