1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
