1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
