1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1973 Porsche 914 is newer by 3 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 914 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 914 (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 914 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |