1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 955 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2830 mm |
