1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
